GE JGBS10DEFBB Use and Care Manual

Thermostat Gas
Ranges
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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Owner’s Manual
Assistance / Accessories . . . . . . 9
Using The Cooktop
Surface Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Griddle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using The Oven
Using the clock and timer . . . . . . . . .12
Oven Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Oven Racks and Rack Positions . . . .13
Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cooking Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cooking Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cleaning The Cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Cleaning The Door and Drawer . . . .20
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . .22
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # __________________
Serial # ___________________
You can find them on a label
on the side trim or on the front of
the (lower) oven behind the oven
door.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Ŷ Do not try to light any appliance.
Ŷ Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Ŷ Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
Ŷ If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
ANTI-TIP DEVICE.
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed
and engaged.
Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range
is moved.
Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in
place and engaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or
serious burns to children or adults.
Anti-Tip
Bracket
Leveling Leg
Freestanding and Slide-In Ranges
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To reduce the risk of tipping the
range, the range must be secured by
a properly installed anti-tip bracket.
See installation instructions shipped
with the bracket for complete details
before attempting to install.
For Freestanding and Slide-In
Ranges
To check if the bracket is installed
and engaged properly, look
underneath the range to see that
the rear leveling leg is engaged in the bracket. On some models, the
storage drawer or kick panel can be removed for easy inspection. If
visual inspection is not possible, slide the range forward, confirm the
anti-tip bracket is securely attached to the floor or wall, and slide the
range back so the rear leveling leg is under the anti-tip bracket.
If the range is pulled from the wall for any reason, always repeat
this procedure to verify the range is properly secured by the anti-tip
bracket.
Never completely remove the leveling legs or the range will not be
secured to the anti-tip device properly.
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The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to
publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm,
and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
WARNING
This product contains one or more chemical known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Self-clean ovens can cause low-level exposure to some of these substances, including carbon monoxide,
during the cleaning cycle. Exposure can be minimized by venting with an open window or using a
ventilation fan or hood.
SAFETY INFORMATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
NEVER use this
appliance as a space heater to heat or warm
the room. Doing so may result in carbon
monoxide poisoning and overheating of the
oven.
■ Use this appliance for its intended purpose as
described in this owner’s manual.
■ Have your range installed and properly
grounded by a qualified installer in accordance
with the provided installation instructions. Any
adjustment and service should be performed
only by a qualified gas range installers or service
technicians. Do not attempt to repair or replace
any part of your range unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual.
■ Your range is shipped from the factory set for
use with natural gas. It can be converted for use
with LP gas. If required, these adjustments must
be made by a qualified technician in accordance
with the installation instructions and local codes.
The agency performing this work assumes
responsibility for the conversion.
■ Have the installer show you the location of the
range gas shut-off valve and how to turn it off if
necessary.
■ Plug your range into a 120-volt grounded outlet
only. Do not remove the round grounding
prong from the plug. If in doubt about the
grounding of the home electrical system, it is
your responsibility and obligation to have an
ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly
grounded, three prong outlet in accordance with
the National Electrical Code. Do not use on
extension cord with this appliance.
■ Before performing any service, unplug the range
or disconnect the power supply at the household
distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching off the circuit breaker.
■ Be sure all packing materials are removed from
the range before operating to prevent ignition of
these materials
■ Avoid scratching or impacting glass doors,
cooktops or control panels. Doing so may lead to
glass breakage. Do not cook on a product with
broken glass. Shock, fire or cuts may occur.
■ Do not leave children alone—children should
not be left alone or unattended in an area where
an appliance is in use. They should never be
allowed to climb, sit or stand on any part of the
appliance.
■
CAUTION
Do not store items of
interest to children in cabinets above an oven
- children climbing on the oven to reach items
could be seriously injured.
■ Do not allow anyone to climb, stand or hang on
the oven door, drawer or cooktop. They could
damage the range or tip it over causing severe
injury or death.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
■ Never block the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlets and outlets
that are necessary for the range to operate
properly with correct combustion. Air openings
are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top
and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom
of the range under the broil drawer, lower oven
drawer or kick panel.
■ Use only dry pot holders—moist or damp pot
holders on hot surfaces may result in burns
from steam. Do not let pot holders touch surface
burners, burner grate, or oven heating element.
Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth in place
of pot holders.
■ Do not touch the heating elements or the
interior surface of the oven. These surfaces
may be hot enough to burn even though they
are dark in color. During and after use, do
not touch, or let clothing or other flammable
materials contact any interior area of the oven;
allow sufficient time for cooling first. Other
surfaces of the appliance may become hot
enough to cause burns. Potentially hot surfaces
include the burners, grates, oven vent opening,
surfaces near the opening and crevices around
the oven door.
■ Do not heat unopened food containers.
Pressure could build up and the container could
burst, causing an injury.
■ Cook meat and poultry thoroughly—meat to
at least an internal temperature of 160°F and
poultry to at least an internal temperature of
180°F. Cooking to these temperatures usually
protects against foodborne illness.
WARNING KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE OVEN
Failure to do so may result in fire or personal injury.
■ Do not store or use flammable materials in
an oven or near the cooktop, including paper,
plastic, pot holders, linens, wall coverings,
curtains, drapes and gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids.
■ Never wear loose-fitting or hanging garments
while using the appliance. Avoid storing
commonly used items in cabinets above the
range and be careful when reaching over the
range. Clothing in close proximity to burners or
hot surfaces may ignite causing severe burns.
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■ Do not let cooking grease or other flammable
materials accumulate in or near the range.
Grease in the oven or on the cooktop may ignite.
■ Clean ventilating hoods frequently. Grease
should not be allowed to accumulate on the
hood or filter.
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■ Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up
a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a
flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the
pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet
or flat tray. If necessary, use a multi-purpose dry
chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher.
■ If there is a fire in the oven during baking, turn
the oven off and keep the door closed until the
fire goes out. If necessary, use a multi-purpose
dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher.
■ If there is a fire in the oven during self-clean, turn
the oven off and wait for the fire to go out. Do
not force the door open. Introduction of fresh air
at self-clean temperatures may lead to a burst
of flame from the oven. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in severe burns.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, TAKE THE FOLLOWING
STEPS TO PREVENT INJURY AND FIRE SPREADING
WARNING COOKTOP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
■ Never leave the surface burners unattended at
medium or high heat settings. Foods, especially
oily foods, may ignite resulting in fire that could
spread to surrounding cabinets.
■ Never leave oil unattended while frying. If
allowed to heat beyond its smoking point, oil
may ignite resulting in fire that may spread
to surrounding cabinets. Use a deep fat
thermometer whenever possible to monitor oil
temperature.
■ To avoid oil spillover and fire, use a minimum
amount of oil when shallow pan-frying and avoid
cooking frozen foods with excessive amounts of
ice.
■ Use proper pan size and avoid pans that are
unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware that is
matched to the size of the burner. Burner flames
should be adjusted so that they do not extend
beyond the bottom of the pan. Excessive flame
may be hazardous.
■ Always use the LITE position when igniting the
top burners and make sure the burners have
ignited.
■ When using glass/ceramic cookware, make sure
it is suitable for cooktop service; others may
break because of sudden change in temperature.
■ To minimize the possibility of burns, ignition of
flammable materials and spillage, the handle of a
container should be turned toward the center of
the range without extending over nearby burners.
■ When preparing flaming foods under a hood, turn
the fan on.
■ Do not use a wok with a round metal support
ring. The ring may trap heat and block air to the
burner resulting in a carbon monoxide hazard.
■ Do not attempt to lift the cooktop. Doing so may
damage the gas tubing to the surface burners
resulting in a gas leak and risk of fire.
■ When disabling Lock Control (on some models),
make sure the surface controls are set to the
OFF position. This will prevent unintended gas
flow from the burners.
■ Do not use aluminum foil to cover the grates or
line any part of the cooktop. Doing so may result
in carbon monoxide poisoning, overheating of the
cooktop surfaces, or a potential fire hazard.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
NEVER cover any slots,
holes, or passages in the oven bottom or
cover an entire rack with materials such
as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow
through the oven and may cause carbon
monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings
may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
■ Use this appliance for its intended purpose as
described in this owner’s manual.
■ Stand away from the range when opening the
oven door. Hot air or steam which escapes can
cause burns to hands, face and/or eyes.
■ Keep the oven free from grease buildup. Grease
in the oven may ignite.
■ Place oven racks in desired location while oven
is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot,
be careful to avoid touching hot surfaces.
■ Pull the oven rack to the stop-lock position when
loading and unloading food from the oven. This
helps prevent burns from touching hot surfaces
of the door and oven walls.
■ Do not leave items such as paper, cooking
utensils or food in the oven when not in use.
Items stored in an oven can ignite.
■ Do not leave items on the cooktop near the oven
vent which is in the center of the backguard.
Items may overheat resulting in a risk of fire or
burns.
■ When using cooking or roasting bags in the
oven, follow the manufacturer’s directions.
■ Never broil with door open. Open-door broiling
is not permitted due to overheating of control
knobs.
WARNING SELF-CLEANING OVEN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The self-cleaning feature (on some models)
operates the oven at temperatures high enough
to burn away food soils in the oven. Follow these
instructions for safe operation.
■ Do not touch oven surfaces during self-clean
operation. Keep children away from the oven
during self-cleaning. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause burns.
■ Before operating the self-clean cycle, remove
pans, shiny metal oven racks and other utensils
from the oven. Only porcelain-coated oven racks
may be left in the oven. Do not use self-clean to
clean other parts, such as grates.
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■ Before operating the self-clean cycle, wipe
grease and food soils from the oven. Excessive
amount of grease may ignite leading to smoke
damage to your home.
■ If the self-cleaning mode malfunctions, turn the
oven off and disconnect the power supply. Have
it serviced by a qualified technician.
■ Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven
cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any
kind should be used in or around any part of the
oven.
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■ The purpose of the broil drawer is to hold hot
cooked foods at serving temperature. Bacteria
will grow very rapidly in food that is between 40
and 140°F. Do not put cold food in broil drawer.
Do not keep food in the broil drawer for more
than 2 hours. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in foodborne illness.
■ Do not leave paper products, plastics, canned
food or combustible materials in the drawer. They
may ignite.
■ Do not touch the heating element or the interior
surface of the drawer. These surfaces may be
hot enough to cause burns.
■ Use care when opening the drawer. Open the
drawer a crack and let hot air or steam escape
before removing or replacing food. Hot air or
steam that escapes can cause burns to hands,
face and/or eyes.
■ Do not use aluminum foil to line the broil drawer.
Foil is an excellent heat insulator and will trap
heat beneath it. This will upset the performance
of the drawer and potentially cause a fire hazard.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING BROIL DRAWER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Some models)
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WARRANTY
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All warranty service is provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician.
To schedule service, on-line, visit us at www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.
Servicing your appliance may require the use of the onboard data port for diagnostics. This gives a GE factory
service technician the ability to quickly diagnose any issues with your appliance and helps GE improve its products
by providing GE with information on your appliance. If you do not want your appliance data to be sent to GE, please
advise your technician not to submit the data to GE at the time of service.
For the period of one year from the date of the original purchase. GE will provide any part of the range which fails due
to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all
labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.
What GE will not cover:
■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
■ Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
■ Failure of the product if it is abused, misused,
modified or used for other than the intended purpose
or used commercially.
■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■ Damage to the product caused by accident, fire,
floods or acts of God.
■ Incidental or consequential damage caused by
possible defects with this appliance.
■ Damage caused after delivery.
■ Product not accessible to provide required service.
■ Marks or stains (including surface rust stains) that can
be removed by following cleaning instructions.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties,
including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the
shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use
within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you
may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location
for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights
are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
Extended Warranties: Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while
your warranty is still in effect. You can purchase it on-line anytime
www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/shop-for-extended-service-plans.htm
or call 800.626.2224 during normal business hours. GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your
warranty expires.
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year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even
schedule service on-line.
Schedule Service: Expert GE repair service is only one
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your service at www.geappliances.com/service_and_
support/ Or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) during
normal business hours.
Parts and Accessories: Individuals qualified to service
their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent
directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover
cards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours
every day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal
business hours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures
to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing
may cause unsafe operation.
Real Life Design Studio: GE supports the Universal
Design concept of products, services and environments
that can be used by people of all ages, sizes and
capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide
range of physical and mental abilities and impairments.
For details of GE’s Universal Design applications,
including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities,
check out our Website today. For the hearing impaired,
please call 800.TDD.GEAC (800.833.4322).
Contact Us: If you are not satisfied with the service you
receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the
details including your phone number, or write to:
General Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
ASSISTANCE / ACCESSORIES
Have a question or need assistance with your appliance?
Accessories
Looking For Something More?
GE offers a variety of accessories to improve your cooking and maintenance experiences!
To place an order visit us online at:
www.GEApplianceParts.com (U.S.) or www.GEAppliances.ca (Canada)
or call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) 800.661.1616 (Canada)
The following products and more are available:
Accessories
Small Broiler Pan (8 ¾ ” x 1 ¼” x 13 ½ “)
WB48X10055 (US) 222D2097G001 (Canada)
Large* Broiler Pan (12 ¾ ” x 1 ¼” x 16 ½ “)
WB48X10056 (US) 222D2097G002 (Canada)
XL** Broiler Pan (17 ” x 1 ¼” x 19 1/4“)
WB48X10057 (US) Not available in Canada
Parts
Oven racks
Part numbers vary by model
Oven burners
Part numbers vary by model
Light bulbs
Part numbers vary by model
Cleaning Supplies
CitruShine Stainless Steel Wipes
WX10X10007
CeramaBryte Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner
PM10X311
How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape
Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface.
Do not use any sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time.
To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging
tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with a soft cloth and
allow to soak.
NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.
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USING THE COOKTOP: Surface Burners
Surface Burners
How to Light a Surface Burner
WARNING
Burners should be operated
only when covered by cookware. Burner flames
not covered by cookware present a risk of fire or
clothing ignition. Never let flames extend beyond the
sides of the cookware. Failure to comply may result
in serious injury.
Make sure all burners are in their correct locations and
fully assembled before attempting to operate any burner.
You will hear a clicking noise—
the sound of the electric spark
igniting the burner. When one
burner is turned to LITE, all
burners will spark. Sparking will
continue as long as the knob
remains at LITE. Once gas is
ignited, turn the knob to adjust
the flame size.
Push the control knob in and
turn it to the LITE position.
Select a burner and find its control knob. Push the knob
in and turn it to the LITE position.
After Lighting a Burner
■ Do not operate the burner for an extended period of
time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the
grate may discolor or chip without cookware to absorb
the heat.
■ Do not attempt to disassemble any burner while
another burner is on. An electric shock may result,
which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.
■ Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you
place your hand, a pot holder or cleaning materials on
them.
Use of the Surface Burners
Your gas rangetop has sealed gas burners. They offer
convenience, cleanability and flexibility for a wide range
of cooking applications.
The smallest burner is the simmer burner. On some
models, the center burner of the triple flame burner
provides an additional simmer burner. A simmer burner
turned down to LO provides precise cooking performance
for foods such as delicate sauces that require low heat
for a long cooking time.
The extra-large burner is designed to quickly bring large
amounts of liquid to a boil. Some models have a POWER
BOIL™ setting especially designed for use with cookware
with a diameter of 11 inches or larger.
How to Select Flame Size
Watch the flame, not the knob, as you adjust heat. When
rapid heating is desired, the flame size on a burner
should match the size of the cookware you are using.
Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not
heat faster and may be hazardous.
These flames are too
large for the pot
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Top-of-Range Cookware
Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended
because it heats quickly and evenly. Most foods brown
evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use saucepans with tightfitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water.
Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating
properties and is usually combined with copper,
aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution.
Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if
they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer
recommends.
Cast-Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give
satisfactory results.
Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some
cookware may melt. Follow cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooking methods.
Glass: There are two types of glass cookware—those
for oven use only and those for top-of-range cooking
(saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat
very slowly.
Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either surface
or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very
slowly. Check cookware manufacturer’s directions to be
sure it can be used on gas ranges.
Stove Top Grills
Do not use an after-market stove top grill on your gas
surface burners. A stove top grill will cause incomplete
combustion resulting in carbon monoxide levels above
allowable standards. This could be hazardous to your
health.
Do not use stove top grills
Using a Wok
USING THE COOKTOP: Surface Burners
Surface Burners (Cont.)
Use only a flat-bottomed wok with a diameter of 14 inches
or less. Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate.
Do not use a wok support ring. Placing the ring over the
burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly,
resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable
standards. This could be hazardous to your health.
Use a flat-bottomed wok.
In Case of a Power Failure
In case of a power failure, you can light the surface
burners on your range with a match. Hold a lit match
to the burner ports, then slowly turn the control knob to
the LITE position. Use extreme caution when lighting
burners this way.
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Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure
occurs will continue to operate normally. If Lock Control
(on some models) is in use at the time of a power failure,
the surface burners cannot be lit.
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USING THE OVEN: Using the clock and timer
Using the clock and timer
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
You have the choice of having the timer show the time
counting down or the time of day. In either case, the
timer will signal at the end of the timer period to alert you
that the time is up.
To Set the Clock
change 10 minutes at a time. To change
the time by single minutes, give the pads
short taps.
NOTE: When you first plug in the range or after a power
failure, the entire Clock/Timer display will light up.
1.
Press the CLOCK pad.
2.
Press and hold the + or – pad and the time of day will
3.
Press the CLOCK pad to start the clock.
To Set the Kitchen Timer
1.
Press the KITCHEN TIMER ON/OFF pad.
2.
Use the + and – pads to set the timer. Short taps on
the + or – pad change the timer’s setting one minute
at a time. Pressing and continuing to hold the + pad
increases the setting 10 minutes at a time.
3.
Once you have set your timer, press the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF pad to start timing.
As the timer counts down, a signal will
indicate when one minute is left. After
this signal, the display will count down
in seconds. When time runs out, a final
signal will sound. Press the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF pad to stop the signal.
To Change or Cancel the Kitchen Timer Setting
When the timer is counting down, use the + and – pad
to change the remaining time, or press the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF pad to stop the timer. The timer cannot
be cancelled unless you have fully completed “set timer”
instructions above.
Display Clock While Kitchen Timer Is Operating
Pressing the CLOCK pad while the timer is operating will not
interfere with the timer’s operation; the display will change
to show the clock, but the timer will continue to count down
Clock (on some models)
The clock on your range is powered by the range itself. No
batteries are necessary. The time is displayed with no timer
or audible alarm.
To set the clock, turn the stem left or right.
To clean the clock, see instructions on page 23.
For any repairs, call a qualified service technician.
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and will still signal when time is up. Press the KITCHEN
TIMER ON/OFF pad again to change the display back to
show the timer.
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Never block the vents (air openings) of the range. They
provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the
range to keep cool and operate properly with correct
combustion.
Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at
the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom
of the range.
Oven Racks and Rack Positions
Main Oven
Your oven has six rack positions in the main oven.
Recommended rack positions for various types of
foods are provided in the Cooking Guide. Adjusting
rack position is one way to impact cooking results. For
example, if you would prefer darker tops on cakes,
muffins, or cookies, try moving food one rack position
higher. If you find foods are too brown on top try moving
them down next time.
When baking with multiple pans and on multiple racks,
ensure there is sufficient space between pans to allow
air to flow.
Oven Racks
When placing and removing cookware, pull the rack out
to the bump (stop position) on the rack support.
To remove a rack, pull it toward you, tilt the front end up
and pull it out.
To replace, place the curved end of the rack (stop-locks)
onto the oven supports, tilt up the front of the rack and
push the rack in.
Racks may become difficult to slide, especially after a
self-clean. Put some vegetable oil on a soft cloth or
paper towel and rub onto the left and right edges.
USING THE OVEN: Oven Air Vents / Oven Racks and Rack Positions
Oven Air Vents
Broil Drawer (on some models)
Always use the broil pan and grid that comes with your
range.
The broil drawer has three broiling positions [A (bottom
of the broil drawer), B (middle), and C (top)]. To broil in
position B or C, slide the pan into the drawer such that
the handles rest on the supports. For broiling in position
A, place the pan directly on the bottom of the broil
drawer.
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Oven Temperature Knob (on some models)
OVEN
OFF
TEMP
Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the setting you want.
0
20
 Preheat the oven for 10 minutes for baking.
AN
CLE
40
0
0
45
 The “oven on” light comes on when the burner is on. It
will cycle on and off during cooking.
300 3
50
250
BROIL
500
Front of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
To Adjust the Thermostat (on models with an OVEN TEMP Knob)
To decrease the oven temperature, move the top
screw toward the left.
COMA
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To increase the oven temperature, move the top screw
toward the right. You’ll hear a click for each notch you
move the knob.
LOOSE
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KE ER
T
With the back of the knob facing you, hold the outer
edge of the knob with one hand and turn the front of
the knob with the other hand.
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2.
KE ER
L
Pull the OVEN TEMP knob off the range and look
at the back side. To make an adjustment, loosen
(approximately one turn), but do not completely
remove, the two screws on the back of the knob.
ROTATE
1.
TO
WS
RE
USING THE OVEN: Oven Controls
Oven Controls
Back of OVEN TEMP knob
(knob appearance may vary)
Each click will change the oven temperature
approximately 10°F. (Range is plus or minus 60°F
from the arrow.) We suggest that you make the
adjustment one click from the original setting and
check oven performance before making any additional
adjustments.
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3.
After the adjustment is made, retighten screws so they
are snug, but be careful not to overtighten.
4.
Replace the knob, matching the flat area of the knob
to the shaft, and check performance.
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Your new oven has a variety of cooking modes to help you get the best results. These modes are described below.
Refer to the Cooking Guide section for recommendations for specific foods. Remember, your new oven may perform
differently than the oven it is replacing.
Bake
Broil
The bake mode is for baking and roasting. This mode
uses heat from the lower burner. When preparing baked
goods such as cakes, cookies, and pastries always
preheat the oven first. Follow recipe recommendations
for food placement. If no guidelines are provided
center food in the oven. Turn the knob to the correct
temperature setting.
Broiling is done in the broiling drawer. Always broil with
the door closed. Monitor food closely while broiling.
Use caution when broiling on upper rack positions as
placing food closer to the broil burner increases smoking,
spattering, and the possibility of fats igniting.
Try broiling foods that you would normally grill. Adjust
rack positions to adjust the intensity of the heat to the
food. Place foods closer to the broil burner when a
seared surface and rare interior is desired. Thicker foods
and foods that need to be cooked through should be
broiled on a rack position farther from the burner.
Cookware
Cookware Guidelines
The material, finish, and size of cookware affect baking
performance.
Shiny pans can produce more evenly cooked baked
goods such as cakes and cookies.
Dark, coated and dull pans absorb heat more readily
than light, shiny pans. Pans that absorb heat more
readily can result in a browner, crisper, and thicker crust.
If using dark and coated cookware check food earlier
than minimum cook time. If undesirable results are
obtained with this type of cookware consider reducing
oven temperature by 25º F next time.
Glass and ceramic pans heat slowly but retain heat well.
These types of pans work well for dishes such as pies
and custards.
Air insulated pans heat slowly and can reduce bottom
browning.
USING THE OVEN: Cooking Modes / Cookware
Cooking Modes
Keep cookware clean to promote even heating.
Aluminum Foil
Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms. The foil will trap heat below and upset the performance of the
oven. Foil can melt and permanently damage the oven bottom. Damage from improper use of aluminum foil is not
covered by the product warranty.
Foil may be used to catch spills by placing a sheet on a lower rack, several inches below the food. Do not use more
foil than necessary and never entirely cover an oven rack with aluminum foil. Keep foil at least 1-1/2” from oven walls
to prevent poor heat circulation.
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USING THE OVEN: Cooking Guide
Cooking Guide
RECOMMENDED
MODE(S)
RECOMMENDED
RACK POSITION(S)
ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS
Layer cakes, sheet cakes,
bundt cakes, muffins, quick
breads, biscuits, scones on
a Single Rack
Bake
2 or 3
Use shiny cookware.
Layer cakes* on Multiple
Racks
Bake
2 and 4
Ensure adequate airflow
(see illustration below).
Chiffon cakes (angel food)
Bake
1
Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on
a Single Rack
Bake
3
Use shiny cookware.
Cookies, biscuits, scones on
Multiple Racks
Bake
2 and 4
Ensure adequate airflow. Switch food
location partially through cooking for more
even cooking results.
Hamburgers
Broil Hi
C
Use a broil pan; move food down for more
doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
broiling. Center food under burner.
Steaks & Chops
Broil Hi
C
Use a broil pan; move food down for more
doneness/less searing. Watch food closely when
broiling. Center food under burner.
Bake
1 or 2
Leave uncovered, use a low sided pan such
as a broil pan. Preheating is not necessary.
Bake
1 or 2
Leave uncovered, use a low sided pan
such as a broil pan.
Bone-in chicken breasts,
legs, thighs
Broil Hi
Bake
B
Broil skin side down first.
Watch food closely when broiling.
Boneless chicken breasts
Broil Hi
Bake
B
Move food down for more doneness/less
searing and up for greater searing/browning
when broiling.
Whole turkey
Bake
R or 1
Leave uncovered, use a low sided pan
such as a broil pan.
Turkey Breast
Bake
1 or 2
Leave uncovered, use a low sided pan
such as a broil pan.
Broil Hi
B (>1/2 inch)
Watch food closely when broiling.
Bake
2 or 3
Pizza, french fries, tator tots,
chicken nuggets, appetizers
on a Single Rack
Bake
3
Use shiny cookware.
Pizza, french fries, tator tots,
chicken nuggets, appetizers
on Multiple Racks
Bake
2 and 4
Use shiny cookware.
Switch food location partially through
cooking for more even cooking results.
FOOD TYPE
Baked Goods
Beef & Pork
Roasts
Poultry
Whole chicken
Fish
Casseroles
Frozen Convenience Foods
*When baking four cake layers at a time, stagger the
pans as shown so that one pan is not directly above
another.
Cook food thoroughly to help protect against food
borne illness. Minimum safe food temperature
recommendations for food safety can be found at
www.IsItDoneYet.gov. Make sure to use a food
thermometer to take food temperatures.
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Rear
Placement
Front
Placement
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Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven.
Control Panel and Knobs
Wipe the control panel after each use of the oven with
a damp cloth. For cleaning, use mild soap and water or
a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean
water. Polish dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel—they will damage the finish.
Do not try to bend knobs by pulling them up or down or
by hanging a towel or other such loads. This can damage
the gas valve shaft.
Not all knobs are interchangeable. To determine the
correct location of a particular knob, examine the back of
the knob. A knob with a label or two stem holes should
be replaced on the front panel first by matching the
shape of the knob holes to the shape of the control panel
stems. The remainder of the knobs having no labels and
only one stem hole can then be replaced on the front
panel anywhere there is a single stem.
Stem
Label
The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.
With knobs in the OFF position pull them straight off the
stems.
The knobs can be washed by hand with soap and water
or in a dishwasher.
Stem
holes
Surface burner knob
Knobs with two stem holes have
special locations
Oven Exterior and Cooktop Surface
Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong
liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads, or
cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven.
Clean with a mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of
vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they
are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight.
If a stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild
abrasive cleaner and a sponge-scrubber for best results.
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration
and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces
cool, then clean and rinse.
CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Oven
Cleaning The Oven
Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy
water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe
the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner
instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including
stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish read the
Assistance and Accessories sections at the beginning of
this manual.
Oven Interior
The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually
or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes.
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration
and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool,
then clean and rinse.
Manual Cleaning
Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleaners, strong
liquid cleansers, steel wool, scouring pads, or cleaning
powders on the interior of the oven. Clean with a mild
soap and water or 50/50 solution of vinegar and water.
Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. When
cleaning surfaces, make sure that they are at room
temperature and not in direct sunlight.
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CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Oven / Cleaning The Cooktop
Cleaning The Oven (Cont.)
Oven Interior (continued)
Self Clean Mode (on some models)
Read Self-Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the
beginning of this manual before using Self Clean Mode.
Self clean uses very high temperatures to clean the
oven interior. The oven door will lock when using this
feature. Before operating the self-clean cycle, pre-wash
inner door and inside window before self-cleaning.
Wipe inner black door before self clean. Remove all
items from the oven other than enameled (dark color)
racks. Shiny or silver racks, the meat probe, and any
cookware or other items should all be removed from the
oven before initiating a self-clean cycle. Close the door.
Slide the door latch handle to the left as far as it will go.
Turn the oven knob to the self clean setting. The oven
will turn off automatically when the self-clean cycle is
complete. The door will stay locked until the oven has
cooled down. After the oven has cooled down wipe any
ash out of the oven.
Oven Racks
All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive
cleaner or steel wool. Black porcelain-coated oven racks
may remain in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle
without being damaged. If nickel-plated oven racks
remain in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle, they
will lose their luster and become hard to slide. It will be
necessary to grease all oven rack side edges with a light
coating of vegetable oil after cleaning them by hand or in
the oven. This will help maintain the ease of sliding the
racks in and out of the oven.
Cleaning The Cooktop
Removal of Surface Burners for Cleaning
Turn all controls OFF. Allow cooktop to cool before removing grates and burner parts. When removing the burner caps
and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning.
Round Burner Cap
(Removable)
Round Burner
The burner caps and burner heads can be lifted off the
cooktop.
Burner
Electrode
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Cleaning The Burners
Burner Caps
Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with
clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad
to remove burned-on food particles. The round caps may
also be cleaned in your dishwasher.
Burner Heads
Wash the burner heads routinely, especially after bad
spillovers, which could clog the openings. Lift burners off
when cool. Use hot, soapy water. Rinse with clean water.
For more stubborn stains, use a brush with plastic bristles.
CAUTION
Do not operate the cooktop
without all burner parts and grates in place.
Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully
cleaned. Take care to not hit an electrode with anything
hard or it could be damaged.
Electrode
NOTE: Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to
clean the burner parts as these may clog the parts.
Never wash burner heads in your dishwasher as
dishwasher detergents will discolor your burners.
The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all
times for an even, unhampered flame.
Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow
the burner to operate properly.
Or
The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed
when the burner head is removed. When one
burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark.
Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around
any burner while another burner is on. An electric
shock may result, which could cause you to
knock over hot cookware.
Round hole in
burner head must
be kept clear
CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop
Cleaning The Cooktop (Cont.)
For proper ignition, make sure the small hole in the notch
that fits over the electrode is kept open. A sewing needle
or wire twist-tie works well to unclog it
After cleaning
Before putting the burner caps, heads (on some models)
and oval head/cap assembly back, shake out excess
water and allow them to dry thoroughly.
Replacing Burner Heads
Replace burner heads in the correct locations according
to size.
Burner Caps
Replace burner caps on burner heads. Make sure each
cap fits securely and sits flat on its corresponding burner
head.
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Burner cap is
NOT properly seated.
Burner cap is
NOT properly seated.
Burner cap is
properly seated.
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CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning The Cooktop / Cleaning The Door and Drawer
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Cleaning The Cooktop (Cont.)
Burner Grates
Grates should be washed in hot, soapy water and
rinsed with clean water. To soften burned-on food,
place grates in a plastic bag containing ¼-cup of
household ammonia for several hours. Afterward, scrub
grates with a plastic scouring pad soaked in hot, soapy
water. Rinse well and dry.
When replacing the grates, be sure to locate them
correctly on the cooktop. Grates are identified by the
words LEFT and RIGHT on their bottom surfaces. Grate
should fit securely into the cooktop.
Grates will gradually lose their shine due to their
continual exposure to high temperatures.
Cleaning the Grates in a Dishwasher
Cooktop grates may be cleaned in the dishwasher. Place
them on the lowest rack of the dishwasher and run on a
heavy-duty cycle.
Cleaning The Door and Drawer
To clean the inside of the door
Do not allow excess water to run into any holes or slots
in the door.
Wipe dishwashing detergent over any baked-on spatters
on the glass. Use a single sided safety razor blade to
clean it off. Then wipe over the glass with a soapy cloth
to remove any residue and dry off.
The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with a
soap-filled plastic scouring pad.
The gasket is designed with a gap at the bottom to
allow for proper air circulation.
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extremely low resistance to abrasion.
If you notice the gasket becoming worn, frayed or
damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on
the door, you should have it replaced.
Removable Broiler Drawer (on some models)
To remove:
1.
When the broiler is cool, remove the grid and pan.
2.
Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops, then push it
back in about one inch.
3.
Grasp the handle, lift and pull the broiler drawer out.
Clean the broiler drawer with hot soapy water.
To replace:
Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you slide it
partway into the range. Then lower the drawer and push it
completely closed.
Stainless Steel Handles (on some models)
The stainless steel handles (on some models) can be
cleaned with a commercially available stainless steel
cleaner. Cleaners with oxalic acid such as Bar Keepers
Friend Soft Cleanser™ will remove rust, tarnish, and small
blemishes. Use only a liquid cleanser free of grit and rub in
the direction of the brush lines with a damp soft sponge. Do
not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel.
Do not wipe the handle with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel.
Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or
cleaners containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the finish.
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Oven Light Replacement
WARNING
SHOCK OR BURN HAZARD: Before replacing oven light bulb, disconnect the electrical
power to the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Failure to do so may result in
electric shock or burn.
CAUTION
BURN HAZARD: The glass cover and bulb should be removed when cool. Touching hot
glass with bare hands or a damp cloth can cause burns.
Oven Light Bulb
NOTE: The glass cover should be removed only when
cold. Wearing latex gloves may offer a better grip.
Before replacing the bulb, disconnect electrical power to
the oven at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel. Let
the bulb cool completely before removing it. For your
safety do not touch a hot bulb with a damp cloth. If you
do the bulb may break.
To remove:
Turn the glass cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn until the
tabs of the glass cover clear the grooves of the socket.
Remove the bulb.
To replace:
Put in a new 40-watt appliance bulb. Place the tabs of
the glass cover into the grooves of the socket. Turn the
glass cover clockwise 1/4 turn.
NOTE:
■ A 40-watt appliance bulb
■
■
is smaller than a standard
40-watt household bulb.
Reconnect electrical power
to the oven once the new
bulb is installed.
For improved lighting inside
the oven, clean the glass
cover frequently using a
wet cloth. This should be
done when the oven is
completely cool.
Socket
31ø2”
Max
length
Bulb
Tab
CARE AND CLEANING: Maintenance
Maintenance
Glass cover
Lift-Off Oven Door
The door is very heavy. Be careful when removing and lifting the door. Do not lift door by the handle.
To Remove the Door:
1. Fully open the oven door.
2. With thumb and forefinger, pull the hinge lock on
each hinge up to the unlocked position.
3. Firmly grasp both sides of the door at near the top.
4. Close door until the top of the door is approximately
3” from the range frame.
5. Lift door up and away from the range until both hinge
arms are clear of the slots in the range frame.
To Replace the Door:
1. Firmly grasp both sides of the door near the top.
2. With the door at the same angle as the removal
position, rest the notch in the bottom of the left hinge
arm on the bottom edge of the left hinge slot. The
notch in the hinge arm must be fully seated onto the
bottom of the slot. Repeat for the right side.
3. Fully open the door. If the door will not fully open,
the notches in the bottoms of the hinge arms are not
seated correctly onto the bottom edge of the slot. Lift
the door off the range and repeat Step 2.
4. Push the hinge locks down to the locked position
5. Close the oven door.
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Pull hinge locks up to unlock
Notch
Removal position
Push hinge locks down to lock
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
Possible Cause
What To Do
My new oven doesn't
cook like my old one.
Is something wrong
with the temperature
settings?
Your new oven has a different cooking
system from your old oven and therefore
may cook differently than your old oven.
For the first few uses, follow your recipe
times and temperatures carefully. If you still
think your new oven is too hot or too cold,
you can adjust the temperature yourself to
meet your specific cooking preference.
Food does not bake
properly
Oven controls improperly set.
See the Cooking Modes section.
Rack position is incorrect or rack is not
level.
See the Cooking Modes section and Cooking
Guide.
Incorrect cookware or cookware of improper
size being used.
See the Cookware section.
Oven temperature needs adjustment.
See the Special Features section.
Ingredient substitution
Substituting ingredients can change the
recipe outcome.
Oven controls improperly set.
Make sure you select the appropriate broil
mode.
Improper rack position being used.
See Cooking Guide for rack location
suggestions.
Food being cooked in a hot pan.
Make sure cookware is cool.
Cookware not suited for broiling.
Use a pan specifically designed for broiling.
Aluminum foil used on the broiling pan and
grid has not been fitted properly and
slit as recommended.
If using aluminum foil conform to pan slits.
In some areas the power (voltage) may be
low.
Preheat the broil element for 10 minutes.
Oven temperature too
hot or too cold
Oven temperature needs adjustment.
See the Special Features section.
Oven does not work or
appears not to work
A fuse in your home may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Oven controls improperly set.
See the Using the Oven section.
“Crackling” or
“popping” sound
This is the sound of the metal heating
and cooling during both the cooking and
cleaning functions.
This is normal.
Why is my range
making a "clicking"
noise when using my
oven?
Your range has been designed to maintain
a tighter control over your oven's
temperature. You may hear your oven's
heating elements "click" on and off more
frequently than in older ovens to achieve
better results during baking, broiling, and
self-clean cycles.
This is normal.
Clock and timer do not
work
A fuse in your home may be blown or the
circuit breaker tripped.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Sometimes the
oven takes longer to
preheat to the same
temperature
Cookware or food in oven
The cookware or food in the oven will cause
the oven to take longer to preheat. Remove
items to reduce preheat time.
Number of racks in oven
Adding more racks to the oven will cause
the oven to take longer to preheat. Remove
some racks.
Food does not broil
properly
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Problem
Possible Cause
What To Do
Oven light does not
work
Light bulb is loose or defective.
Tighten or replace bulb.
Switch operating light is broken.
Call for service.
Oven will not
self-clean
The temperature is too high to set a
self-clean operation.
Allow the oven to cool and reset the controls.
Oven controls improperly set.
See the Cleaning the Oven section.
Excessive smoking
during clean cycle
Excessive soil or grease..
Turn knob to Off. Open the windows to rid the room of
smoke. Wait until the LOCKED light goes off. Wipe up
the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
Excessive smoking
during broiling
Food too close to burner element.
Lower the rack position of the food.
Oven door will not
open after a clean
cycle
Oven too hot.
Allow the oven to cool below locking temperature.
Oven not clean after
a clean cycle
Oven controls improperly set.
See the Cleaning the Oven section.
Oven was heavily soiled.
Clean up heavy spillovers before starting the clean
cycle. Heavily soiled ovens may need to self-clean
again.
“Burning” or “oily”
odor emitting from
the vent
This is normal in a new oven and will
disappear in time.
See the Cleaning the Oven section. This is temporary.
Strong odor
An odor from the oven insulation is
normal for the first few times the oven
is used.
This is temporary and will go away after several uses
or a self-clean cycle.
My oven door glass
appears to be
"tinted" or have a
"rainbow" color. Is
this defective?
No. The inner oven glass is coated with
a heat barrier to reflect the heat back
into the oven to prevent heat loss and
keep the outer door cool while baking.
This is normal. Under certain light or angles, you may
see this tint or rainbow color.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting tips ... Before you call for service
Problem
Possible Cause
What To Do
Top burners do not light
or do not burn evenly.
(The front right burner
is designed to have
slightly smaller flames
between the 6 and 9
o’clock positions. This
is normal.)
Plug on range is not completely
inserted in the electrical outlet.
Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
grounded outlet.
Burner slits on the side of the
burner may be clogged.
Remove the burners and clean them. Check the electrode area
for burned-on food or grease. See the Care and cleaning of the
range section.
Improper burner assembly..
Make sure the burner parts are installed correctly. See the Care
and cleaning of the range section.
Burner flames very
large or yellow
Improper air to gas ratio.
If range is connected to LP gas, contact the person who
installed your range or made the conversion.
Surface burners light
but oven does not
The oven gas shut-off valve may
have accidentally been moved
during cleaning or moving.
To check the oven gas shut-off valve, remove the drawer (see
the Care and cleaning of the range section). For lower oven
drawer models, remove the rear access panel by unscrewing
the thumb screws in the upper left and right corners. Look for
the gas shut-off lever at the back of the range.
Lever is
shown closed.
PULL TO OPEN.
Sealed burner models
Burners do not light
Drawer does not slide
smoothly or drags
Lower broil drawer will
not work
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Thumb screws
Lower oven drawer models
Plug on range is not completely
inserted in the electrical outlet.
Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly
grounded outlet.
Gas supply not connected or
turned on.
See the Installation Instructions that came with your range.
A fuse in your home may be
blown or the circuit breaker
tripped.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Burner parts not replaced
correctly.
See the Care and Cleaning of the range section.
The drawer is out of alignment.
Fully extend the drawer and push it all the way in. See the Care
and cleaning of the range section.
Drawer is over-loaded or load is
unbalanced.
Reduce weight. Redistribute drawer contents.
A fuse in your home may be blown
or the circuit breaker tripped.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
The oven is self-cleaning.
Wait for the self-clean cycle to finish and the oven to cool.
Controls improperly set.
See the broil drawer section.
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